Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Graz Variation

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Graz Variation

By playing Bc5, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Graz Variation, a setup within the Ruy Lopez complex. While Na5 is the main choice, Bc5 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move activates the Bishop.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Data analysis shows a 36% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Spanish: Graz Variation, Spanish Game, Morphy Defense, Graz Variation, Ruy

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Graz Variation:
+0.31 Balanced
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Graz Variation

  • ECO Code: C70
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 36% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 15
  • Aliases: Spanish: Graz Variation, Spanish Game, Morphy Defense, Graz Variation, Ruy, Ruy Lopez: Graz variation, Graz Variation, Ruy
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